Posts for February 10th 2009

Twelve British Models, Twelve i-D Covers for March 2009
Kate Moss

Twelve British Models, Twelve i-D Covers for March 2009

>> Last week, Edward Enninful was in Goa, India, styling a shoot for Vogue, but this week, it's all about i-D and England — he brought together twelve British faces — past and present — for i-D's March 2009 Best of British issue.  "The confirmations were instant — it was about doing something for England, and models have been so faceless — British models always have personality."
by

>> Last week, Edward Enninful was in Goa, India, styling a shoot for Vogue, but this week, it's all about i-D and England — he brought together twelve British faces — past and present — for i-D's March 2009 Best of British issue.  "The confirmations were instant — it was about doing something for England, and models have been so faceless — British models always have personality."

Together with Solve Sundsbo, Enninful styled each of the twelve covers to bring out the character of the individual model — "I went though a great thought process — we didn't want clichés and stereotypes" — "rock 'n' roll Kate" Moss as a mature woman and fashion designer, "ageless" British models like Twiggy, newcomer Eliza Cummins, who is also moonlighting on the new Dazed & Confused (NSFW), symbolizing British grit with a snarl.  To further the emphasis on personality, each cover face has her own cover quote summing up her outlook, from Stella Tennant — "I don't really fit the box" — to Agyness Deyn — "Feel the fear and do it anyway."  Leave it to Naomi Campbell to bring the non sequitur: "I love a Sunday roast."

View 12 Photos
Minimarket Appropriates Givenchy Fall 2008 Haute Couture
Layout

Minimarket Appropriates Givenchy Fall 2008 Haute Couture

It appears as though Stockholm-based Minimarket has made the Givenchy Peruvian look slightly more accessible.
by coutorture

It appears as though Stockholm-based Minimarket has made the Givenchy Peruvian look slightly more accessible. Rather than allowing one print to take over trousers, blouse, jacket and scarf, Minimarket opted for a jacket-and-hat combo that looks profoundly more wearable. Also simplified is the scarf/headpiece which, from Minimarket, looks more or less like a strategically placed pashmina. Throw in a belt and some navy pantyhose and you're street ready. We find their homage a tasteful one indeed.

quote

Milly By Michelle Smith Fall 2009 Inspiration & Swatches

Drawing inspiration from Manhattan’s Gallery Girls, the Milly Fall/Winter 2009 collection is a smart, cool mix of textures and hues.
by coutorture FABRIC SCANDrawing inspiration from Manhattan’s Gallery Girls, the Milly Fall/Winter 2009 collection is a smart, cool mix of textures and hues. City-chic and sophisticated, the collection’s true edge is its ability to create modern yet timeless looks, artistically layering muted tones with metallics while contrasting sleek lines with soft shapes.
Spring 2009 Trend Report: Tapered Silk Trousers
Shopping

Spring 2009 Trend Report: Tapered Silk Trousers

Available at almost every price point, versatile enough to wear them from February through July, we just can't see what's not to like about tapered silk trousers.
by coutorture

Available at almost every price point, versatile enough to wear them from February through July, we just can't see what's not to like about tapered silk trousers. Oh, did we mention that they're quite flattering? That you can wear them to work, a cocktail party, or grocery shopping just the same? Our favorites, from under one hundred to over one thousand dollars, above.

Fashion In 50 Seconds 02/10/09 Fall Fashion Week Gossip & More
Mac

Fashion In 50 Seconds 02/10/09 Fall Fashion Week Gossip & More

Elite Models recently opened their first London office, which some say was long overdue considering the Paris office opened thirty years ago.
by coutorture

Elite Models recently opened their first London office, which some say was long overdue considering the Paris office opened thirty years ago.

Style.com gives us all the Fall 2009 New York Fashion Week gossip we can stomach before breakfast. 

InStyle is thriving, thanks to a new editor, redesign, and exclusive with Gilt Groupe which allows readers to preview sales on the magazine's website. 

Grand Central Station just might be the newest New York shopping destination, starting with M.A.C. cosmetics.